Tinx Is In Her “Rich Mom Athleisure” Fashion Era — But Don’t Expect Her To Stick With It

“Rich Moms love a monochrome moment, like a linen pant and a nice linen blouse. They love a bathing suit with a sarong over it and some amazing statement jewelry.  And then they love a maxi-dress because, when you’re on the yacht, you just need something easy and free-flowing.”

If you’ve spent any time on TikTok, you would instantly recognize this as the Gospel of Tinx. I am on the phone with the TikTok star (whose real name is Christina Najjar), and we are talking about summer trends, which leads me to ask what fashion we should expect from Rich Moms — the subject of Tinx’s many videos that have earned her 1.5M followers on the social media app  — this season. 

While Tinx is more known for poking fun at the affluent archetypes, dishing out dating advice, and offering recommendations for the best salads in New York (where she lived) and Los Angeles (where she moved almost three years ago), she has become an unofficial fashion influencer — with followers asking just as much about the brands that she wears as they do “box theory.” That can be attributed to how seamlessly she can go from wearing aspirational designer looks to a brand event to a Nirvana T-shirt to make videos from her bed to a puffer from The North Face x Gucci collaboration to stroll around New York City. 

It is this penchant for high-low dressing that likely landed her a leading role in H&M’s new Hôtel Hennes campaign, in which she plays a hotel receptionist who offers dating, summer plans, and fashion advice alongside celebrities like Gigi Hadid and Precious Lee. As I transition to asking Tinx about her personal style, she sheds the Rich Mom persona and becomes the relatable creator who has earned monikers like “TikTok’s big sister” and “advice columnist but on Instagram.” 

“I’ve worn H&M since I can remember,” she says. “I grew up in London, and I remember when it came in. I was just so excited, and I would drag my mom there and have her buy me clothes from there.” 

Ahead, Tinx on her ever-changing fashion aesthetic, the one Y2K trend she will never bring back into her closet, and why you should wear black when you know you’re going to bump into your ex.

This campaign seems very fitting for you. What appeals to you about high-low style?
I have to credit my upbringing in London. High-low dressing was born on High Street, that’s really where it started. I love to mix high-street designers with high-end pieces. I love to get secondhand things. I like to have a big mix of things. And H&M has always been such a big part of my wardrobe. I truly still can’t believe it — it is really cool to go from wearing the clothes to being in a campaign. 

How would you describe your personal aesthetic?
It’s constantly evolving. I like to dress for my surroundings. So if I’m in L.A., I’m more casual. If I’m in New York, I’m a little bit more dressed-up. To me, that makes things fun. Clothes are a way for me to express my feelings, so it’s not always that consistent, because a lot of my fashion is based on how I feel: Am I in a playful mood? Am I in a sexy mood? I really just use clothes as an outward expression of what’s going on with me.

Would you say then that your aesthetic changed over the years?
Oh god, yeah. I mean, I had a phase where I literally told my mom that my aesthetic was “Victorian Pirate.” I’ve gone through many different phases. I went through a phase of being preppy, I went through a phase of kind of dropping a little emo. I went through a phase of dressing like a 60-year-old coastal grandmother. I like to go through phases. I think fashion is fun and playful, and I like to have different eras. So right now, I’m definitely in my “Rich Mom Athleisure” era, where I just wear a lot of matching workout sets.

How did you develop your personal style and start to have fun with fashion?
I wore a [school] uniform until I was 18, and I think that that really developed my personal style. It made me appreciate fashion so much, the little ways that girls would kind of make their outfits stand out. Some girls would wear crazy socks or they would do crazy things with their hair, and I was like, “Wow, this is such a form of self-expression, and it’s something that everybody can do and everybody makes their own. And there’s a way to be unique [even when wearing the same uniform].”

I remember that I ripped off the boring button on my uniform’s skirt and I sewed on this really ornate gold button that I found in my house. The button wasn’t even exposed, but it was just under my sweater, and I knew it was there. 

I think that that’s why I’ve always loved personal style so much. It’s just a way to express yourself on a daily basis. 

Speaking of fashion from younger days. Y2K fashion made a comeback this year. What are some of your favorite ‘00s trends that you are bringing back?
I love the color palette, so the pinks and the purples, the baby blue — those are all my favorite colors! — so that’s been really fun. I love the makeup — the frosted eyeshadow and lip gloss. I love the hair — the space buns. I love the little matching set, I would say that’s my number one trend to come back. Whether it’s a little mini skirt and a crop tank or like a mesh pant and top.

Any aughts trends that you will never wear again?
Low-rise jeans without a shadow of a doubt. For me personally, those are never coming back. I just cannot handle those. We never need to see those again. Those are so scary and bad.

What’s your favorite fashion rule to break?
To wear pink and red together. I think that it is the best color combination. The colors make me so happy, and they remind me of love. 

What are some of your favorite ways to shop?
I find so many cool brands from TikTok. I see all these amazing people on there, and it’s just really cool. I love to just explore there, it’s really fun. I shop a lot secondhand, too. 

Rapid-fire question round. You are the receptionist at Hôtel Hennes. People are calling you to ask you what to wear…

… to live out your best hot girl summer plans?
The first and foremost thing you need to remember is that there are no rules. It’s all about you and your expression of yourself and having fun. 

… to a first date with someone you think you like?
Wear a really fun dress in a bright color so that their eyes are immediately drawn to you. 

… to exude main character energy?
Something like a monochromatic bathing suit with huge gold hoop earrings.

… to an event where you might run into your ex? 
You should wear a really sexy little black dress. Black because you’re in mourning that you ever associated with such a loser. 

… to a rich mom staycation?
Some really amazing, long, relaxed pants with, like, a little crop top. Relaxed but still a luxury, you know? 

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.

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Meet The Colorful, Petite Handbag I’ll Be Wearing All Spring

I’m no Brooklyn expert, but in my two long years of traversing Jay-Z’s former stomping grounds, I’m certain of one thing: it’s bags of the tote, canvas, and even IKEA variety that really run the streets of this stylish borough. Now, 48 months into my New York residency, I’m familiar with all the Bushwick fashion jokes and my collection of cheap cotton sacks is abundant — and multiple seasons of stuffing these non-ergonomic totes with heavy cargo have left my upper body pretty tired. So when a petite, pastel yellow Italian leather purse arrived in my life to lift those $15 canvas weights off my shoulders, I embraced the pared-down handbag lifestyle — and suddenly, tons of unfamiliar compliments were flowing in.

Trust, you’ll still catch me on any given Sunday sporting a frayed shopper chock-full of non-essentials, but thanks to the top-handled tote from luxury handbag brand Behno, I now understand the beauty of smaller, higher-quality bags: they elevate outfits with their sophisticated charm. The accessory that I’ve come to rely on — the Lex Accordion Shoulder Bag — holds a healthy amount of necessities (wallets, IDs, lip glosses, my iPhone, etc.) and is a certified “I love that bag!” magnet whenever I take her out on the town. But, of course, nothing is perfect. Read on for my pros and cons list of this bright geometric gem, and learn why, after one month of wear, I’m submitting this bag for “It” status for spring of 2022.

Behno Lex Accordion Shoulder Bag, $575 $375

The Pros

A scroll through Behno’s inventory quickly reveals that color is one of the brand’s strongest suits. Mood-boosting bubblegum pinks, decadent mocha browns, bright daring reds, of course, trendy pastel-yellows (“buttercream,” in the brand’s parlance), and more rare hues saturate its offerings — which, as the owner of a colorful wardrobe, is a major plus. (While my sunshine-hued top-handle is currently sold out, the accordion silhouette is still available in a rich neutral brown that’s suited for year-round wear.)

Pigments aside, the quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design are equally major selling points. My specific purse features supple Italian pebble leather; cotton twill lining; an impressive amount of internal pockets thanks to the accordion construction; external drop pockets on both sides (ideal for face masks, punch cards, credit cards if you’re brave, and more slim trinkets); and a magnetic snap flap closure at top for easy securing. I may or may not have had a few drunken nights where that quick-locking magnet saved my precious belongings.

Behno Lex Accordion Shoulder Bag, $575 $375

The Cons

Nothing is perfect, and although this bag is my springtime partner in crime, it’s my job to unearth some (very minor) concerns. First, the durability — blame it on the pale yellow hue or my possible rough-housing, but my bag has an odd scrape of color near the bottom that I deduced came from rubbing up against my clothing. Although avoidable, I would hope that this would not happen for the price. The only other annoyance is the outer strap that has a mind of its own and takes pride in flying off my shoulder when I’m in a rush. (However, my canvas bags have been known to engage in the same type of slippage). Another (previously mentioned) con is the buttercream color’s sold-out status — but, if you’re dying for a tote in this spring-y tone, Behno’s “Elizabeth” baguette offers a similar vibe.)

Behno Elizabeth Baguette in Pebble Buttercream, $490

The Verdict

The Lex Accordion is beauty and brains, chic yet functional, and a bright but easily-styled statement accessory. Needless to say, I’ve found my ride-or-die handbag for spring — I think anyone in the market for a vibrant warm-weather accessory couldn’t go wrong with a Behno buy.

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Betsey Johnson’s Collab With Knix Includes Y2K Butterflies & Archival Prints

Legendary fashion designer Betsey Johnson, responsible for many prom and Sweet Sixteen dresses, knows a thing or two about what girls want. And, according to her (just as the popular song goes), it’s to have fun. Which is why, on Thursday, the designer — who’s known for her whimsical prints, over-the-top designs, and her cartwheel skills! — announced a collaboration with underwear company Knix.

“It’s all about having a little fun with underwear,” Johnson tells Refinery29 of the collection, arriving on April 12. “When they asked me to work with them, it was more using my prints and getting kind of a personality into the garments.” 

For the collection — which includes 21 items across sleepwear, underwear, and loungewear — Johnson tapped into some of her brand’s most memorable archive prints, including leopard, Y2K-inspired butterflies, and blossoming roses. “If I wear underwear, it’d never be boring,” Johnson says of the design process. 

While taking the call in her house, Johnson is dressed head-to-toe in pieces from the new collection, including a butterfly-printed white nightgown, which she calls “the best version of a Betsey slip dress” as she walks me through the lineup. This is the first time some of these prints have seen the light of day in years, according to Johnson, highlighting how special the collection is for both brands. 

For Knix, which has cemented a reputation for size-inclusive intimates — ranging from an A to H cup in bras and XS to 4X in sleepwear — that prioritize comfort, the partnership is a way to connect their audience with Johnson’s decades-long legacy. Last year, the brand unveiled its first designer collaboration that similarly tapped into Anna Sui’s memorable career with mod-inspired prints and pastel colors. 

The collaboration features some of the brand’s signature pieces like Knix’s leakproof underwear, period intimates that allow menstruating individuals to forgo traditional pads and tampons, and the “Wingwoman” bra, a wireless model that contours the breasts without the pain of constricting bras.

“Knix knows their business,” says Johnson. “They are able to touch any customer, no matter what size, shape, and that they just wanted girls to have a little fun with the underwear.”

As Johnson approaches 80 years young this month, she’s an example to her customers — who she says range from four years old to 70-plus — that muted colors and monochrome looks are not a staple of aging. Instead, she plans to live in her butterfly-printed nightgown “all summer long.” 

“It’s underwear but it’s also outerwear,” she says. “I mean, this is a great summer dress!”

Available on April 12, the collection — retailing from $18 to $60 — will be available on Knix.com. 

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Biker Fashion Is In — Here’s How To Dress The Part

Put on your helmet and hold on tight: This spring, biker fashion is one of 2022’s biggest trends. But while moto essentials, like leather jackets and graphic T-shirts, have long inspired designers, recent collections have unveiled pieces that look straight out of a biking shop, rather than a luxury department store.

Earlier this month, i-D broke down the elements of biker style, suggesting that it stems from the “vintage and nostalgia-driven trends” currently fueling the fashion world (also see: the Y2K fashion comeback); is “a side effect to our pandemic-powered need for escapism and freewheeling;” or “a recontextualization of the biker chick as a soft butch femme” as designers continue to blur gender norms on the runways. 

Whatever the reason may be, fall 2022 collections delivered biker-chic looks with plenty of moto jackets, head-to-toe denim, and chunky zipper details. But there were also elements that propelled the trend to more fashion-forward territory, including bodices that resembled motocross protective gear at Balmain and Dior, as well as opera gloves that looked more ready to take on the X Games than a night at the theater. Throughout the fall 2022 runways, the on-the-run spirit was exhibited through a contrast of edgy and soft: delicate black mini dresses paired with utilitarian gloves at Dior, a leather jacket that opened into a ballgown skirt at Junya Watanabe, and cropped moto jackets paired with flowy skirts at Alexander McQueen. 

Perhaps the biggest evidence of this trend comes in the form of Rosalía’s long-awaited and critically-acclaimed album Motomami (which translates to Moto-Chick), a celebration of the contrasting energies inside a woman — the fierce and the vulnerable. Stylist Jill Jacobs, who worked with Rosalía throughout the release of the sophomore album, says that the singer’s aesthetic was heavily inspired by biker culture in Los Angeles, where the Spanish artist recorded many of the songs in the project. “I really love the juxtaposition of something hard and edgy, mixed with something really soft,” says Jacobs. 

In order to achieve this contrast, Jacobs styled Rosalía in outfits like a silk lavender dress and distressed knit boots by Acne, paired with a sheer black turtleneck by Samiro Vintage; and an electric blue velvet mini dress by Off-White with matching boots, paired with a menswear-inspired trucker hat in the same color palette. “It was just a constant layering session, so we would just constantly try different materials together,” she says “And fortunately, she loves to layer just as much as I do,” Jacobs says.

In more literal bikercore fashion, Rosalía wore a custom bike helmet with devil-like horns and protective gear over sweet, asymmetrical dresses by Pepa Salazar. “The idea was to create looks that included different moods in one,” says the Spanish designer who launched her namesake brand in 2013. “I liked the idea of deconstructing motorcycles in pieces, and treating this otherwise edgy trend as precious objects you can take with you anywhere.”

Both Jacobs and Salazar agree that the biker fashion trend is one that can be easily worn in our everyday lives, even if you don’t ride a motorcycle. “It really is all about texture and mixing materials,” says Jacobs. “A distressed knit over silk or a moto jacket over literally anything.”

From leather jackets to biker helmets (yes, really!) and highway-ready sunglasses, here’s how to channel the bikercore trend, on and off the road. 

An On-The-Run Handbag

Earlier this year, when Rosalía emerged from her three-year hiatus in-between albums, she started carrying an unusual “handbag”: a biker helmet. Salazar says that it’s a fun and clever way to look like you’ve just stepped off your bike, even if you’ve never ridden one before: “You can even wear it on your arm as an accessory.” If that doesn’t sound like a wearable (or financially wise) option, you can always go for a bag that channels the rebellious energy, like Balenciaga’s “Motorcycle” bag. 

Head-To-Toe Leather

From strapless dresses for cocktail hour to motocross-ready pants and jackets, biker fashion’s must-have material is leather (whether real, fake, or even mushroom-based!). Even when the style fades from the trend cycle, a motorcycle leather jacket will remain a classic staple. 

Sweet Frocks

To contrast the toughness of leather, Jacobs suggests adding feminine silhouettes and textures, or colors that exude softness and sensuality, like lilac and red. Think: a silk slip dress or a sheer frock (with some fancy lingerie underneath!) styled with a leather trench coat. 

Dust-Kicking Boots

For Jacobs, oversized boots are the easiest way to channel the biker chic look. “Just get a cool, chunky boot and then keep adding materials to your outfit,” she says. In lieu of flat boots, opt for a pair of uber-high platform boots, a la Bratz dolls, that are trending right now. 

Speed-Proof Sunglasses

To complete the look, and battle the wind if you do actually own a motorcycle, grab a pair of sporty black sunglasses. Even better if they come from a gas station on the road.

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